A few days ago i accidentally cracked the back of my iphone 4. So a trip to the apple store ensued after making a reservation with a genius. Cracked back glass iphone 8 thinking of selling macrumors. The screen and digitizer are fused together at the factory and cannot be. Nov 29, 2010 not only that, this particular iphone repair is one of the simplest of them all. Visit an apple store or an apple authorised service provider to make sure you get your product back working the way it should. Sep 05, 2017 it applies to the iphone 6, 6s, and 7, as well as the 6 and 7 plus models. She set up an appointment with the genius bar via phone to have the back replaced. Screen repair you can repair a cracked iphone screen at an apple store, an apple authorized service provider, or by sending it to an apple repair center. Jun 15, 20 website facebook online store product recommendations. Until then, ill be relying on my trusty old motorola phone from walmart. What to do when you crack your iphone 4s back apartment. Thirdparty repair stores can make the repair as suggested by the op, but apple would likely just issue a replacement because its quicker and more convenient for the customer in that regard, because it is timeconsuming. It still works great but the back is all messed up and i have to be extra extra careful not to crack it furthure just from.
Iphone 4 dropped and i cracked the back of it, can this be. I went with her and when we got there a genius told us that theres no longer a code in their system to replace the back or front of the phone for accidental damage. Jun 09, 2017 broken iphone screens have always been a nightmare for their owners. The screen and digitizer are fused together at the factory and cannot be separated.
Seeing as they are made of glass, its not uncommon for the back panel to break. Just got back from the apple store on 5th ave and the genius employee told my friend they couldnt replace her cracked screen because the iphone is slightly bent. Want to repair it, local dealer has quoted me usd800. A friend of mine dropped her iphone 4s and cracked the back glass. The iphone 4 screen is a complete screen assembly which means that you cannot replace just the lcd or the digitizer. Visit an apple store or an apple authorized service provider to make sure you get your product back working the way it should. Nine months later when i sent it back to apple as part of the upgrade program, they wouldnt accept it until the screen was fixed.
How much does it cost to replace a cracked iphone 4 back. We have some type of insurance on the phones but i dont know if thatll help. I had dropped my iphone 8 the other day and the back. Screen repair you can get your cracked iphone screen replaced at an apple store or one of our apple.
The crack may begin on one side and then may continue around the screen as shown in the images below. The iphone 4 cracked at the back but easy to replace. If i would have researched the cost for the back of the phone being half the price of the actual phone to repair i would have bought protection. I got burned with the iphone 6 plus screen problem too. Website facebook online store product recommendations.
Repair for iphone x cracked back of phone my phone fell out of my pocket and dropped on the floor in my home and although the front is fine, the back of the phone cracked. Do you need apple care plus to repair the phone for 99. The glass back on the iphone 8 and iphone 8 plus is held to the frame and the internal hardware with a strong epoxy, meaning its essentially fused with the inside of the phone. Some of the most popular cellular devices on the market today are the iphone 4 and 4s models. If your technician needs to send your iphone to an apple repair center, youll be notified when its ready for pickup. How to replace the glass back on your iphone 8 or iphone 8. I handed over my phone to the genius, and five minutes later, my iphone 4 was back in my hands with a brand spankin new back panel. Heres how apple decides if you deserve a free iphone. I went to the apple store in miami today to get a replacement iphone after my iphone glass cracked when i dropped it on my wood floor read about my iphone glass repair experience below since i read on. Every year, i get the latest iphone and send my old one back to apple. My back glass is cracked but the phone is still usable.
You only get two chances for a replacement, though. When i got to the apple store, i checked in and the genius asked whats the problem. How to iphone 4 screen replacement directions youtube. If you cracked or broke the iphone 4 back cover these are directions that will show you how to take the old one off and replace it with a new one from.
It is a very simple procedure involving only two screws. Apr 29, 2011 a few days ago i accidentally cracked the back of my iphone 4. How to replace the back cover of an iphone 4 or iphone 4s. Heres how much it will cost to replace your iphones. Obviously, i cracked my iphone 4 and need to fix it now.
It like a piece of glass is embedded in the back of the back cover of the watch. May 08, 2011 so a trip to the apple store ensued after making a reservation with a genius. Any fees you might pay will be for the replacement iphone. A clear piece of packaging tape will work just fine. Aug 03, 2018 hi guys, i just dropped the back of my iphone 8 while i was getting out of the car. I have a cracked back screen for my iphone 4, how much will.
The iphone 4 screen is a complete screen assembly which means that you can not replace just the lcd and you can not replace. To replace the glass back of an iphone x is to replace the iphone x completely at. Im actually upset that apple would release a product that would so easily break after a 3foot drop. I have a iphone 4 and there is a hair line crack on the back of the screen i was wondering how much it will cost to fix it or if it is small enough will i need it fixed 10022015 08. For a smoother repair process, back up your iphone before service. This is how apple repairs broken iphone screens youtube. Apple announces display repair warnings for new iphones. Apple trade in turn the device you have into the one you want. I dont know about you but these prices are downright ridiculous. Apple or an apple authorized service provider will replace the screen on. I had dropped my iphone 8 the other day and the back not the screen glass panel cracked. I owned 3 android nexus phones before my iphone 6 plus. It applies to the iphone 6, 6s, and 7, as well as the 6 and 7 plus models. Oct 25, 2011 a friend of mine dropped her iphone 4s and cracked the back glass.
If you feel pretty confident that, with a little ninja daring, we can walk you through how to do an iphone 4 screen replacement all on your own. Had a wonderful apple support experience the other day and thought id share with the community here. Screen replacement program for aluminum models of apple watch. Heres how much it will cost to replace your iphones glass back.
So without hesitence, i took an hour drive up to my nearest apple store and had a genius bar appointment. The apple store and many of our apple authorized service providers offer sameday service for screen replacement. It also costs more money to replace the glass back of the iphone versus the screen. If your technician needs to send your iphone to an apple repair center, youll be notified. How to fix your broken iphone 4 back glass snapguide. Since the very first iphone launched, apple has always made its hardware hard to get into and repair yourself, and the iphone 8 and iphone 8 plus are no different. Mine cracked and i got one on ebay for like 4 bucks, they are different for gsm and cdma, i assume you have a gsm iphone 4 in glasgow. Contact apple to make an express replacement service request. Apple stores can replace your iphone 4 back glass panel. Even apple geniuses make mistakes when repairing cracked iphone screens thats why apple stores are filled with replacement parts. How to replace a broken screen on your iphone cnet.
Get apple to repair, refund or replace it, possibly for free, with our guide to your legal rights. Jeff turnerflickr cc a few years ago, all it took to break my iphone 4 was a casual spin in my office chair. Once youve confirmed that youre eligible, just choose the iphone youd like to upgrade to. I highly doubt the op has the force of andre the giant to crack the back of an iphone like that. Then you want to call back id recommend waiting a day or so and make an appointment at your local apple store for the repair.
Apr 04, 2012 if youve accidentally cracked the screen on your verizon or sprint iphone 4, or its just stopped responding, and you dont want to pony up the money for a new cdma iphone just yet, you can diy repair it. If apple finds out you opened up your iphone and tried to replace a cracked screen, they almost certainly wont fix your iphone. Also, with the popularity being so high, you might just be looking for a way to set your device apart. A very quick, less than 4 minutes, how to on replacing a broken back cover of an iphone 4s. I did see the pricing on their website, it calls out cracked screen but does say other too. Apple has determined that, under very rare circumstances, a crack may form along the rounded edge of the screen in aluminum models of an apple watch series 2 or series 3. I told him to go to the apple store by our work, be polite, and honest about what. I could technically put a case on it since it functions perfectly fine but it bothers me and im thinking of putting it for sale. The first thing to do as soon as your iphone back breaks is to tape it down. If you cracked or broke the iphone 4 back cover these are directions that will show you how to take the old one off and replace it with a. How to replace a broken iphone 4 cdma screen imore. Apple iphone 11 series ownership looks set to get more expensive.
Apple no longer replacing frontback of broken iphone 44s. Not only that, this particular iphone repair is one of the simplest of them all. Just like that and it was on the ground, where it lay with a cracked screen. Here are a few tips on what you can do if the back of your iphone 4 breaks. When i got my iphone 7, i dropped it and the screen cracked just a tiny bit. Screen replacement program for aluminum models of apple. Ive never had a cracked iphone before including the 7 that was so solid. How to replace the rear glass panel on your iphone 4 or 4s. The iphone 8 and 8 plus most obvious design change is the switch to a glossy, glass back. Easy how to replace a cracked iphone 4s back cover.
I have the iphone 4 and i dropped my phone and the whole screen is shattered however it still works fine. Ultimately, ill need to turn this back in to my carrier sprint. There was a chance this glass would be priced at or around the same price as a cracked screen. It wouldve been much more expensive if it was the front. The process is the same for both the iphone 4 and iphone 4s.
We can send you a replacement iphone right away and include packaging to return your damaged or nonworking product. How to replace iphone 4 back glass cover directfix. As a member of the iphone upgrade program, you can get a new iphone once youve made the equivalent of at least 12 payments. Sep 01, 2010 if you cracked or broke the iphone 4 back cover these are directions that will show you how to take the old one off and replace it with a new one from. Obviously your likelihood of a replacement depends in part on whether youve got warranty or support coverage. Apple stores can replace your iphone 4 back glass panel for. How much would it cost to replace my iphone 4 because the screen is cracked a lot. Broken iphone screens have always been a nightmare for their owners. Heres how apple decides if you deserve a free iphone repair. A new apple leak could save you a frustrating chat with the apple genius about whos really at fault for your fucked up iphone.
Apple wont replace my friends cracked screen on bent. I cracked the back of my iphone 4, i have the apple care. Jun 29, 20 the iphone 4 screen is a complete screen assembly which means that you cannot replace just the lcd or the digitizer. Apple claims its new iphones have the most durable smartphone. Jun 24, 2010 this will help you remove the iphone 4 screen for replacement or repair. Now apple has finally shown off the process by which they repair the phones. Replacing the back panel also fixes any issues you may have with a hazy camera or cracked lens since its built in to the back panel. Repair for iphone x cracked back of phone apple community. I told him the whole story and he said that they do not replace iphone 4s for free anymore. Business insider reports a 22page guide to iphone damage dated.
Was hoping replacing the back might be easier and cost less. Jan 24, 2012 apple arcade has gained another game, this time with the musical adventure game neversong coming to iphone, ipad, mac, and apple tv. Needless to say, third party repair shops can do this for less and users themselves for a fraction of the cost. His test was putting the iphone at the edge of the table camera lens hanging off and applying pressure to see if it rocks. If you have had the unfortunate luck of cracking your iphone s rear glass panel, this could be your opportunity to. Ill be sure and report back after visiting the apple store this weekend to let you all know whether apple was willing to replace my cracked iphone glass for free. If youve accidentally cracked the screen on your verizon or sprint iphone 4, or its just stopped responding, and you dont want to pony up the money for a new cdma iphone just yet, you. Dec 20, 2018 since the very first iphone launched, apple has always made its hardware hard to get into and repair yourself, and the iphone 8 and iphone 8 plus are no different. My coworker dropped his i4 on the concrete and cracked the front of his screen.
For a piece of tech that i rely on and use multiple times a day, its no fun to use while sharp shards of glass are sticking out of it. Trade in your eligible device for credit toward your next purchase, or get an apple store gift card you can use anytime. Yesterday, unfortunately, the phone slipped out of my hand and dropped 3 feet and shattered the back glass. As one apple retail tech told bi, inspecting phones and determining costs is basically half the training for iphone.